Until this official announcement, only a few closest members of the club and his family were aware of the situation. Given the seriousness of the matter, both the club and Tomáš chose to communicate publicly only after he was released into home care late last week.
“As a player and sporting director, I’ve always gone all in. Full effort, no hesitation. But this situation has shown me that I need to take better care of myself. Poor lifestyle habits, lack of physical activity, and family predispositions unfortunately brought me here. The good news is that I’m expected to make a full recovery, though I’m currently unable to carry out the demanding responsibilities of a sporting director. I’ll remain in touch with my colleagues as we’ve always operated as a team. We have a clear vision, strategy, and structured processes in place. The guys will take care of it,” said Tomáš Rosický.
Football operations will now be led by the ACS board and Rosický’s longtime colleague, sporting manager Tomáš Sivok, who has been appointed interim sporting director. Supported by senior management, Sivok will continue working on changes to the squad and coaching staff, a process initiated under Rosický’s leadership.
“Tom and I carefully laid out the direction for the upcoming season, and we’re continuing that work. This includes negotiations with a new head coach and further shaping of the squad. He has our full support. His hospitalization affected me deeply, and I wish him a smooth and full recovery,” said AC Sparta Prague Vice-chairman František Čupr.
“Tomáš remains in contact with the club and will continue to support us in a consultative role. Together with Tomáš Sivok, we’re working intensively, and in the coming months we’ll evaluate the future structure of our sporting leadership. In the meantime, Tomáš Sivok’s appointment ensures stability and continuity,” added Čupr.
“Our transfer activities are ongoing, and the process of appointing a new head coach is already taking shape. Since joining Sparta, Tom and I have worked closely and maintained daily communication. Now, with the club's leadership, I’m fully focused on preparing the first team for success in the upcoming season,” said interim sporting director Tomáš Sivok.
AC Sparta Prague and Tomáš Rosický kindly ask the media and public to respect his and his family’s privacy at this time.
